Intermediate step towards Configure to Order

Customer Challenge for Gericke Group: Streamlining Customization through Digitalization.

Gericke Group faces the task of satisfying intricate customer requirements in industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. To enhance competitiveness, they're shifting from Engineer to Order (ETO) to Configure to Order (CTO). This shift demands efficient management of custom configurations. Cadac Organice Vault Professional aids this transition by automating administrative tasks, freeing engineers' time. The system's benefits extend to sales, assembly, and after-sales support. Gericke's move towards a standardized customization approach holds the potential to become a blueprint for their global branches, supporting growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.

Project Goals for Gericke Group: Enhancing Customization and Efficiency through Digitalization

Gericke Group, specializing in tailored solutions for various industries, faces the challenge of meeting intricate customer demands while maintaining efficiency. To address this, they're transitioning from Engineer to Order (ETO) to Configure to Order (CTO) approach. Their goal is to streamline customization and innovation. The implementation of Cadac Organice Vault Professional automates administrative tasks, freeing engineers' time for complex problem-solving. This move enhances not only engineering but also sales, assembly, and support processes. By building a comprehensive configuration database, Gericke aims to standardize customization while fostering innovation, positioning themselves for sustained growth in a competitive landscape.

The Autodesk solution that significantly impacted Gericke Group's project goals of enhancing customization and efficiency through digitalization is Autodesk Vault Professional in combination with Cadac Organice Vault Professional. Alongside this, the provider services delivered by Cadac played a crucial role in achieving these goals. The services offered by Cadac in implementing and supporting the use of the software were instrumental in realizing the project goals for Gericke Group by:

• Customization and Best Practice Implementation: Cadac's expertise allowed them to tailor the implementation of Organice Vault Professional to Gericke's specific needs and processes. This customization ensured that the solution seamlessly integrated into Gericke's workflow, optimizing its impact.
• Awareness and Training Sessions: Cadac conducted awareness sessions with Gericke's employees to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the system's benefits and functionalities. Subsequent training sessions equipped the team with the skills needed to effectively use the solution. This training approach accelerated adoption and minimized disruption during the transition.
• Ongoing Support and Problem Resolution: Cadac's support services provided Gericke with a safety net during the transition phase and beyond. The provider's responsive assistance in addressing bottlenecks, answering questions, and resolving challenges ensured a smoother adaptation to the new system, enhancing overall project outcomes.

Autodesk Vault Professional, coupled with Cadac's services and software, has seamlessly aligned with Gericke Group's top business needs and critical workflows, yielding notable success:

• Enhanced Customization: Cadac tailored the solution to Gericke's workflows, enabling the storage of varied configurations while maintaining flexibility. This strikes the right balance between customization and standardized processes.
• Improved Efficiency: Through automation of administrative tasks and streamlined file accessibility, the solution saved time, reduced errors, and enhanced overall project execution efficiency.
• Smooth Transition: Cadac's awareness sessions and training ensured a smooth transition, and ongoing support resolved challenges swiftly, leading to successful system adoption and integration into crucial workflows.

In short, the Autodesk solution and provider services have powerfully addressed Gericke's core priorities, driving their transition towards Configure to Order, boosting innovation, and elevating the company's competitive edge.

The collaboration between Gericke Group and Cadac Group was exceptional in its ability to balance customization with streamlined processes. Bas Derks, General Manager of Gericke, noted, "It gives our engineers more room to tackle complicated issues." This approach optimized their operations, reducing errors and accelerating project timelines.

The key lesson learned was the power of reusing configurations with necessary modifications. This project outcome not only met Gericke's unique customer demands efficiently but also empowered their team to innovate effectively. Rien Nap, Head of Engineering, highlighted, "From day one, we are reaping the benefits... the risk of errors is reduced."

In summary, this engagement's impact lay in its transformative ability to marry customization with efficiency, propelling Gericke towards innovation and growth.